Our Horses in Morocco | Zouina Cheval Essaouira

Discover our riding school in Essaouira

Our cavalry and our stables in Essaouira

All our horses are Arab barbs perfectly adapted for the Moroccan paths. They are surefooted and at ease on both the beaches of the Atlantic coast or the narrow, steep paths of the Atlas. The Arab Barbs are gentle by nature and wish to be neither beaten nor threatened preferring to be ridden with care and respect. Our horses are not castrated in line with Islam religion. Our stallions all have their own character but are gentle and adapt their behavior according to each rider Also, they are very docile with children and beginners. It’s a pleasure to ride them!

Our stables are a pleasant and welcome environment for your comfort and that of the horses. All our horses are in individual spacious stalls, well sheltered from the sun and wind, allowing them to relax between 2 rides.

Horse riding center in Essaouira

Our stables are located in Diabat, a small village at 3 km from the medina of Essaouira, by the river. We will welcome you in a pleasant setting. Non-riders can wait on our shaded terrace until the people they accompany finish their horse ride.

We have a small outdoor arena where our horses can run freely every day and relax. Riders can also use the outdoor arena for saddling before going for a ride or a trail.

Our horses

Dahab (golden in arabic)

Arab Barb stallion born in 2010. Gentle, sociable, calm and balanced horse. He is very sweet and always looking for a caress. He is very responsive at the 3 speeds (walk, trot and canter) and knows how to make riders confident. This horse is suitable for all riding experiences.

Hidalgo

Arab Barb stallion born in 2008. He grew up in our stables and we trained him perfectly. Result: Hidalgo is a lovely and gentle horse that perfectly answers to the voice, legs and hands and never does anything stupid. Still quite young, he is very dynamic and lively. Even if he is thin, he will surprise you with his speed. With him, no time to get bored! A horse for all riders but more enjoyable for good riders!

Ayour (Moon in Berber)

Arab Barb stallion born in 2008. An adorable stallion looking and acting like a foal that is never afraid and does not care what surrounds it when he goes outdoors. Very sociable, he is very friendly with the other horses and very cuddly with riders. A horse for all riders and perfect for beginners!

Kenzo

Pacha

Barb Arab stallion born in 2008. Very nice, both with riders and the other horses, this horse is dynamic, determined, tiredless and a bit rascal. However, he may sometimes have some energy to channel but it is only to express his joy. He is comfortable and you will feel confident with him. A horse suitable for intermediate and advanced riders.

Cajou

Arab Barb stallion born in 2019. This odd-eyed foal joined our stables in June 2021. He rapidly became a trustworthy, respectful and balanced horse. He's suited for all riding experiences.

Saphir

Arab Barb stallion born in 2010. Saphir is since his arrival an excellent horse for guiding, never tired and always happy to lead a trek. DéFull of energy, he likes to play. He is very gentle, good responder and afraid by nothing. He is perfectly adapted to experienced riders who will appreciate his energy and will know how to channel it.

Chocolat

Arab Barb stallion born in 2002. He was the first to arrive in our stalls to the delight of the whole team. A lovely horse with a heart of gold, which adapts to the level of his rider. A good temper, very friendly with the other horses. He responds exceptionally well to the voice and is attentive to his rider. He loves hugs and bathing! He is now in early retirement and only participates in a few occasional rides

Mogador

Cälin (Hug)

Arab Barb stallion born in 2015. Lively and dynamic, he'll surprise you with his energetic walk on any ground. Very cuddly, he's always looking for a cuddle. A horse more suited to experienced riders.

Sahara

Arab Barb stallion born in 2012. Of a gentle and kind nature, he prefers to stay behind his buddies rather than leading. He is wide and comfortable, fairly buoyant. He can be ridden by people of all levels.

Lipton

Arab Barb stallion born in 2008. He's all sweetness and serenity. Very respectful, he will make you feel confident and at ease. A horse suitable for all riders, with which beginners can also have fun!

Kiss Me

Arab Barb stallion born in 2010. A determined horse, very good walker and extremely kind. Very affectionate, he is always looking for a hug on the muzzle. With his large shape, he is very comfortable and quite strong. A horse suitable for riders of all levels.

Atlas

Asgan

Silver

Arabic barb stallion born in 2017. Of a very calm and gentle nature, you will immediately feel confident on his back. He will reassure the less confident riders! A horse adapted to riders of all levels.